San Luis Obispo (SLO) isn’t just another wedding destination—it’s THE wedding destination location in California! From affordability to charm, here’s why SLO should be at the top of your wedding location list. Wether you are a California local just trying to find a beautiful place for a wedding, dreaming of a vineyard wedding and looking all over the United States, or a returning Cal Poly grad who knows that SLO is the most beautiful place in California- you are about to find out why you should get married here.
To help you out if your planning a Courthouse wedding or elopement and need to know how to reserve your ceremony and what to bring, here is a straightforward guide on how to make your SB courthouse ceremony easy peasy. Hopefully this is better than going to the website for the Courthouse and trying to make sense of all that!
As a Santa Barbara wedding photographer that loves shooting at the Courthouse, I get so excited when I hear from a couple getting married at this unique and beautiful wedding venue. Wether you are eloping or having a larger wedding the Santa Barbara Courthouse is a hidden gem in our own backyard in terms of affordable wedding venues. It’s gained popularity lately as word has gotten out about how beautiful it is while also being wallet friendly.
Love, laughter, and warm hues were the canvas of Katie and Drew’s enchanting November wedding at the picturesque Flying Caballos Ranch in San Luis Obispo. This magical day unfolded on the sprawling SLO wedding venue and ranch that holds not only the memories of countless celebrations but also the heart and soul of the groom’s family, who are the proud owners of this charming San Luis Obispo wedding venue.
Overflowing florals, homespun touches like pies and donuts, colorful and romantic, if you love whimsy this Hartley Farms wedding will make you swoon. A venue set in a botanical garden with ponds, vineyards, huge oak trees, shaded pathways- its like stepping into a fairytale when you get married here.
Marfarm is a wedding venue in the heart of the picturesque San Luis Obispo County and Edna Valley, a hidden gem for couples seeking a unique wedding experience – MarFarm (short for Marshall Farm) is rustic and modern and elegant all at the same time. Nestled in the rolling hills and surrounded by vineyards, MarFarm is a captivating wedding venue that seamlessly blends rustic decor with sophisticated and chic bone structure. MarFarm is a dream wedding destination wedding venue and air-b-and-b.
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of San Luis Obispo just outside of town and just at the edge of Edna Valley, Greengate Ranch and Vineyard stands as a beacon of romance and charm, offering couples a dreamy and idyllic setting for their special day. This enchanting venue is a testament to nature’s beauty, combining rustic elegance with modern amenities. Here is what makes Greengate Ranch one of the top choices for couples seeking an unforgettable vineyard wedding venue in San Luis Obispo.
"Leana captured our day perfectly"
LEANA IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! MY HUSBAND AND I AREN'T THE MOST COMFORTABLE IN FRONT OF A CAMERA, BUT SHE MADE THE EXPERIENCE SO ENJOYABLE AND WE COULDN'T WAIT TO WORK WITH HER AGAIN FOR OUR WEDDING.
OUR WEDDING PHOTOS ARE UNREAL! THEY ARE WHIMSICAL, STUNNING AND TRULY CAPTURE OUR LOVE.
Arielle + Issac
"We are SO so thrilled with our images!"
WORKING WITH LEANA IS AN ABSOLUTE DREAM. SHE GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND--NOT JUST WITH HER PHOTOGRAPHY, BUT ALSO WITH GETTING TO KNOW YOU AS A COUPLE. SHE IS APPROACHABLE AND RESPONDS VERY QUICKLY!
HER PHOTOS ARE BREATHTAKING--FULL OF JOY AND MOVEMENT. SHE GOT US OUR FIRST 200 EDITED PHOTOS WITHIN A FEW DAYS OF OUR WEDDING. HIRE HER!!
Rachel + Spencer
"She felt like a friend to us!"
SHE WAS SO INVESTED IN EVERYTHING ALONG THE WAY, FROM HELPING ME PICK OUT OUTFITS FOR OUR ENGAGEMENT SHOOT TO THE TIMELINE FOR THE WEDDING.
WE INTERVIEWED SEVERAL OTHER PHOTOGRAPHERS, BUT NO ONE FELT AS WARM, GENUINE OR AS ENTHUSIASTIC AS LEANA. IT FELT LIKE A FRIEND WAS THERE TAKING OUR PICTURES, NOT JUST A VENDOR.
Regina + Dan
